For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 261 students in 50028, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50028, IA is Baxter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50028 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50028, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50028 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Baxter High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50028, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baxter High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
202 E State
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3103
Baxter, IA 50028
(641) 227-3103
Gr: 6-12 | 261 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50028, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50028, IA include Baxter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50028?
1 public high schools are located in 50028.
What is the racial composition of students in 50028?
50028 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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